1989 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Aston Martin Virage would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder.
Because 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Aston Martin Virage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (526 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Aston Martin Virage. (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Aston Martin Virage. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 1989 Aston Martin Virage has manual transmission. 1989 Aston Martin Virage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin Virage | 2009 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | Virage | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 526 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 80 L |
